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June 13, 2017
Warm-up
June 13, 2017
Warm-up
Think and write about two places you would want to explore.
Imagine discovering something there and write about that discovery.
Expository Essay
Expository Essay
Main Body
Supports the main ideas stated in thesis
Expository= to explain
Hook
Introduction to paper; grab the reader's attention!
Conclusion
Thesis
restates thesis statement and ties up the essay
An expository thesis statement— is a sentence (or two) that
conveys the central idea or point an essay will explain
Hook: Capture reader's attention
1. Be clear and direct. A statement of the main point. Go from general to specific
2. Appeal to the reader's senses. Use of imagery; smell, visual, touch, taste
3. Startling fact. Interesting TRUE fact
4. Anecdote. Short and relateable story
5. State a question or a conflict. Must be about the topic
6. quote. "words words words that have to do with the topic at hand" (Irwin)
Thesis:
Including a thesis can help your readers to understand your essay’s point and purpose.
Expository thesis statements generally contain two important elements: the topic of your essay, and your opinion of or observation about that topic.
Example: Recycling household products (topic of essay) is an important and beneficial activity. (Opinion or observation of topic)
Thesis Continued..
An expository essay—an essay in which you explain and analyze a topic—requires a thesis that reveals the nature of your explanation or analysis. Therefore, you might think of the expository thesis as your answer to a complex or interesting question, as in these examples:
? : In what ways is Facebook influencing our notions about communication,
privacy, and who we are as individuals?
Thesis: Facebook is profoundly influencing our notions about communication (Topic) and where we as individuals fit in the world. (Opinion & Observation)
Main Body:
The body of an essay consists of three paragraphs. Each body paragraph
explains in detail one of the main ideas expressed in the thesis statement.
There are three parts to a body paragraph: a topic sentence, supporting
sentences, and a concluding sentence.
Topic sentence: The fi rst sentence of a body paragraph expresses the topic of the paragraph and provides a controlling idea about the topic. All information in the paragraph supports the controlling idea.
Supporting sentence: Supporting sentences explain and develop the topic sentence. They present logical thoughts, evidence, and explanations in support of the controlling idea.
Main Body
Conclusion: The paragraph may end with a concluding thought on the paragraph topic. It may also show a transition to the next paragraph.
Conclusion:
The concluding paragraph ends the essay by reviewing the main ideas from
each body paragraph and leaving the reader with a fi nal thought. The
conclusion consists of three elements: a restated thesis, a summary of main
ideas, and a final thought.
Restated thesis:At the start of the conclusion, the thesis is restated in words different from those in the introduction.
Summary of main ideas: The main ideas from each of the body paragraphs are summarized as a reminder to the reader.
Conclusion cont...
Final thought: The writer ends the essay by presenting a final thought on the topic – for example, by stating an opinion, a solution, or a prediction. The final thought should leave a strong impression and encourage the reader to think further about the topic.
Task #1
& #2
Task #1
& #2
1. When did the colonial time period take place?
2. Why did the colonial settlers come to America?
3. What kind of struggles did the settlers experience during this time period?
4. Find a timeline of of the colonial time period. What happened in 1692?
5. Who were the first Europeans to explore the new world which we now call United States?
6. When and where was the first colony founded?
7. In the 1700s, who made up a large percentage of colonial population?
8. Find the definition of "Puritanism"
9. What are some central themes of the colonial/ puritan period?
10. List three authors of the time period? Find 3 interesting facts about them. Please make sure one of the authors is Anne Bradstreet
11. Create a literary Time line for the period.
An author's purpose is his or her reason for writing. General purposes for writing are to inform, to entertain, and to persuade. (PIE)
Authors also have specific purposes that vary with the topic and audience, or readers.
An author's purpose may influence his style-- how he or she uses language.
Notes
From "Of Plymouth Plantation"
From "Of Plymouth Plantation"
Literary Analysis: How does Bradford's style advance his purpose for describing the dangerous Atlantic crossing?
**Bradford's two main purposes for writing: To inform and to persuade**
Reading check: How is the ship damaged in the storm?
Connection
What details in Of Plymouth Plantation suggest the kinds of challenges the travelers faced on the journey?
What other challenges do you think travelers might face on a ship this size?
**Read "The American Experience" on pg. 60**
Synthesize
How is Bradford's description of the few who were not afflicted by disease reflect his moral values?
What does Bradford hope his readers will gain from learning of this experience?
What season was it when the pilgrims arrived in Cape Cod?
Literary Analysis
Why do you think Bradford describes in such detail the different reactions of the crew and the pilgrims to the illness?
Who is Samoset, and how do the Pilgrims meet him?
Expository text
Expository text
Write an essay in which you include details about Bradford's life and achievements, and explain why his perspective will be valuable to an audience .
**Your essay must be in expository format**